December 5, 2025 9:53 pm

R.S.

Congress Shouldn’t Stop States from Regulating AI — Especially with No Alternative

Senate Votes to Remove AI Regulation Ban from Budget Reconciliation Bill

The Senate, on July 1, moved against a 10-year freeze on state AI regulations with a 99–1 vote. This provision, part of a broader budget bill, posed risks to state autonomy in AI governance without presenting a federal alternative. The ban could invalidate over 149 state laws, potentially leaving AI unchecked. Critics, including advocacy groups and state officials, warned against this plan, emphasizing the need for state-led innovation and protection against AI-driven misinformation in elections. The decision highlights a pivotal moment in balancing AI innovation with regulation.

Congress Sleeps Through a Military Strike on Iran

Trump’s Expanding Presidential Power and Iran Military Strike Debate

In a controversial move, President Trump ordered a military strike on Iran without congressional authorization, testing limits on presidential power. Congress’s muted response raises concerns about the erosion of legislative oversight, as lawmakers introduced a resolution to reassert their authority over military actions, highlighting the tension between executive ambition and constitutional checks and balances.

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